Quote Originally Posted by joHtoD3 View Post
I went from using the carpet type substrate to using aspen bedding several weeks ago. The problem my ball seems to be having is that when he strikes at prey he gets it caught in his mouth. What I am wondering is, is what else I can use as substrate that would be better than aspen shavings. I had thought about sand but not sure about it. Any ideas?
To the OP, sorry for the thread hijack. Aspen shavings are just fine, all of my Ball pythons and colubrids are on that and I haven't had a problem with them getting impacted.

I've had my Kingsnake for probably 3 years now and he's always had aspen bedding. I haven't had one problem with him becoming impacted. If you do feel uncomfortable using aspen bedding, I would try something more solid such as newspaper, Kraft paper, or paper towels.

All are a pretty good choice and easy to clean up, but I guess I just prefer using aspen bedding after using paper towels and cleaning up soiled snake newspaper when I volunteer.